Welcome to a new podcast, "Divine Mercy Calls to Our Hearts," hosted by Fr. Mark Baron, MIC, and acclaimed author Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle.In this episode, Donna-Marie Cooper O’Boyle and Father Mark Baron discuss the spiritual importance of work. Listen as they discuss how work fits into their own lives, as well as the life of St. Faustina.  Watch for a new episode every Wednesday!

Go behind the scenes to see the work of Divine Mercy underway at the headquarters of the Association of Marian Helpers. Father Chris Alar shows you the fruits of your prayers and support. 

In today’s homily, Fr. Mark Baron reflects on the harrowing story from 2 Maccabees: a mother witnessing the martyrdom of her seven sons for refusing to abandon God’s law. As Fr. Mark highlights, the woman’s courage was rooted in hope—hope in God’s providence, mercy, and the promise of eternal life. This hope allowed her to endure unimaginable suffering, guiding her sons to remain steadfast, even in the face of death (2 Maccabees 7:1–31).